widen
verb (used with or without object)
have widened
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present perfectof widen.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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At the same time, credit default swaps for many of these companies have widened notably.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 28, 2026
Again, the country’s religious and cultural divisions have widened.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 23, 2026
Storms, rising tides, and shifting water systems have widened some rivers beyond what tigers can swim, limiting their range.
From Barron's ● Apr. 28, 2026
"Curriculum time for PE has declined, its non‑core status has reduced its perceived value, and inequalities in participation have widened as a result," the report states.
From BBC ● Apr. 20, 2026
I would have widened my eyes and said something in the soft voice that makes them forget who they are – and, more importantly, who I am.
From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler
